Over the last few weeks I have been updating my collection of make up/cosmetic bags that I sell on Etsy. I found some fun and quirky fabrics that I thought would look great and stand out in the crowd. I have a collection of make up bags featuring Cath Kidston, Frida Kahlo and Liberty ofContinue reading “Patchwork & Llamas”
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Cats & Fabric
I have always loved cats. I grew up in a house with lots of cat “things” in it, although no cat! ( I had bad asthma as a child). Pictures of cats, cat ornaments, cushions, you name it. Whenever we would see a cat in the road, it would shy away from so much unwantedContinue reading “Cats & Fabric”
Snoopy Fever!
I have always loved Snoopy. From watching the cartoon Snoopy on TV to owning my own toy Snoopy, the attraction has never faded. Especially a few years ago when I got to introduce my son to the Snoopy film. Last week, a customer asked me if I had any more Snoopy fabrics for a memoboardContinue reading “Snoopy Fever!”
Sewing Handbags
Lately I have been busy with a new project. Making handbags! I have some lovely Cath Kidston fabric and also some Orla Kiely material. These are really upholstery fabrics, so ideal for making bags as they are a medium weight fabric, giving the bag that much needed structure. The handbags are a small tote bag, with grab handles. IdealContinue reading “Sewing Handbags”
Dydd Santes Dwynwen
In a few weeks time, on February 14th, it is St. Valentine’s day. However on Thursday 25 January, did you know that it is Welsh Valentine’s day? Dwynwen is the Welsh patron saint of lovers, which makes her the Welsh equivalent of St. Valentine. If you live in Wales or are Welsh you probably celebrate inContinue reading “Dydd Santes Dwynwen”
Happy New Sewing Year!
Firstly, may I wish all my readers a happy and peaceful New Year. I hope you all enjoyed Christmas and managed to have a few relaxing days in between Christmas and New Year festivities. I don’t really make New Year’s resolutions anymore, but I have decided this year to make myself some summer dresses. I think IContinue reading “Happy New Sewing Year!”
A Handmade Christmas
It’s nearly Christmas and I’ve been busy with lots of Christmas orders through my Etsy shop. I only really make a few Christmas items, most of which are dictated by the fabric that I source. Most of my products are retro inspired, especially as I love the 1950’s. I specialise in making retro vintage styleContinue reading “A Handmade Christmas”
Halloween & Black Cats
Why is Halloween so synonymous with Black cats? Why are black cats considered unlucky? Did you know that there is an actual Black Cat Day? Apparently this all dates back to mediaeval times, especially in France and Spain when black cats were associated with witchcraft and were considered bad luck. Think Joan of Arc! TheseContinue reading “Halloween & Black Cats”
Cats & Fabric
I love cats, I always have. I go for “cat walks” to see how many cats I can spot. I have always had rescue cats from Cats Protection and my house is “cat themed”. Which is why most of my fabric stash is also cat themed and I thought I would bring together a blogContinue reading “Cats & Fabric”
Cath Kidston
I have been a long time lover of Cath Kidston fabrics and prints. I must, at one stage or another, accumulated most of the prints available. I love the jollity and fun of the fabric plus the colour combinations. Above all they are pretty. Most people can identify a Cath Kidston fabric; albeit the quirkiness,Continue reading “Cath Kidston”
Lizzy's Homemade 